At Natural Harmony Reproductive Health, we believe that everyone deserves to grow their family with compassion, dignity, and expert care. And during Pride Month, we want to celebrate you—our LGBTQ+ patients and families—and shine a spotlight on the unique paths, challenges, and triumphs you may experience when trying to conceive (TTC).
Whether you’re navigating sperm or egg donation, IVF, surrogacy, reciprocal IVF, or simply figuring out your next step, this journey is deeply personal—and deserves care that sees and supports you fully.
🏳️🌈 Fertility Options for LGBTQ+ Individuals and Single Parents by Choice
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to growing your family—and thankfully, there are more supportive, inclusive paths than ever before. Here’s a quick overview of some of the most common options:
For Lesbian Couples or Assigned Female at Birth (AFAB) Individuals:
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IUI (Intrauterine Insemination): Using donor sperm via a fertility clinic or sperm bank.
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IVF with Donor Sperm: Sometimes chosen for higher success rates or additional fertility factors.
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Reciprocal IVF: One person provides the eggs, and the other carries the pregnancy—a beautiful way to share in the experience biologically and physically.
For Gay Couples or Assigned Male at Birth (AMAB) Individuals:
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IVF with Egg Donor and Gestational Carrier (Surrogate): Embryos are created using sperm and donor eggs, and then transferred to a gestational carrier.
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Co-parenting Arrangements: Some people choose to co-parent with a friend or another LGBTQ+ individual or couple.
For Transgender and Nonbinary Individuals:
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Fertility Preservation: Egg or sperm freezing before hormone therapy or surgery.
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Affirming IVF/IUI Paths: Tailored protocols to respect gender identity and hormone needs.
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Supportive Clinics and Providers: Compassionate care is key—because navigating fertility shouldn’t mean compromising who you are.
💛 Why Affirming Fertility Care Matters
At Natural Harmony, our entire team is proud to provide LGBTQ+ affirming fertility care. We listen without assumptions. We honor your pronouns, your identity, your people, and your parenting dreams. And we collaborate with reproductive endocrinologists, midwives, OBs, and mental health providers who do the same.
Because you deserve care that feels not only competent—but kind.
🗺️ Local San Diego Resources for LGBTQ+ Fertility Support
If you’re looking to build your family here in San Diego, you’re in good hands. Here are a few standout fertility clinics and resources we trust and collaborate with:
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OM Fertility
An inclusive fertility clinic offering IUI, monitoring and LGBTQ+ family building care.
👉 omfertility.com -
San Diego Fertility Center (SDFC)
Known for LGBTQ+ inclusivity, with reciprocal IVF, surrogacy coordination, and egg/sperm banking.
👉 sdfertility.com -
Shady Grove Fertility – San Diego Office
Nationally known with local presence, SGF offers comprehensive fertility services and LGBTQ+ family-building programs.
👉 shadygrovefertility.com -
Hanabusa IVF
Focused on individualized care and known for expertise in minimal stimulation IVF, Hanabusa offers personalized, thoughtful fertility support for LGBTQ+ patients.
👉 hanabusaivf.com -
LGBTQ+ Center San Diego – Reproductive Justice Programs
Support groups, educational workshops, and advocacy for queer and trans family building.
👉 thecentersd.org
🌱 How We Support You at Natural Harmony
Our integrative reproductive health clinic works hand-in-hand with your fertility team to support your body, regulate hormones, and reduce stress before and during treatment. Here’s what we offer:
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Fertility Acupuncture: Tailored to your unique body, cycle, and fertility plan—whether you’re doing IUI, IVF, egg retrieval, or transfer.
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Preconception Support: Rooted in nutrition, stress regulation, and personalized protocols.
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LGBTQ+ Affirming Care: No explanations needed. Just open, inclusive support from a team that celebrates all paths to parenthood.
🏳️🌈 You Belong Here
Your family-building journey deserves joy, clarity, and unwavering support. Whether you’re just beginning or deep in the process, know this: You are not alone—and your dreams are valid.
This Pride Month, and every month, we’re here to walk with you. Reach out anytime—we’d be honored to support your next step.